Featured primitive looking african pick

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  1. charlie cheswick

    charlie cheswick Well-Known Member

    hi folks, an interesting looking tool i found at a boot sale, thought it was cool looking

    only info is the guy said it was from africa

    not sure how old it would be, or usage

    think more of a tool than a weapon

    any thoughts or info appreciated

    carv1.JPG carv2.JPG carv3.JPG carv5.JPG carv8.JPG carv10.JPG carv9.JPG carv7.JPG
     
    charlie cheswick, May 29, 2023
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  2. Bronwen

    Bronwen Well-Known Member

    For breaking up soil in a garden patch, preparatory to planting? A mini-hoe.
     
    Bronwen, May 29, 2023
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  3. komokwa

    komokwa The Truth is out there...!

    a wood adze.....for ruffing out carvings..........african.

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    komokwa, May 29, 2023
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  4. Lark

    Lark Well-Known Member

    I would go with the adze because of the angle of the blade
     
    Lark, May 29, 2023
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  5. Bakersgma

    Bakersgma Well-Known Member

    Is the "blade" made of wood or metal? It's not obvious in the pictures.
     
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  6. komokwa

    komokwa The Truth is out there...!

    metal..
     
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  7. charlie cheswick

    charlie cheswick Well-Known Member

    Looks spot on thanks buddy
     
    charlie cheswick, May 30, 2023
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  8. komokwa

    komokwa The Truth is out there...!

    I've bought and sold those before......

    remember.....if it's got a blade on it.........there's a good chance I've seen it !!!;);):happy:

    u r most welcome !
     
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  9. komokwa

    komokwa The Truth is out there...!

    without provenance.....I'd consider 1950's to 70's as a proper circa...
     
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